There's a new push to get people vaccinated, not with the COVID-19 vaccine, but with flu shots.
As winter approaches, flu season is lurking around the corner, causing health officials to worry about the possibility of a twin-pandemic. Dr. Naveena Bobba, deputy director of the San Francisco health department, said it’s even more important to get your flu shot this year.
Last winter was a historically mild flu season, but now as businesses, restaurants and events open up and people travel more, the danger of co-infection is on the rise.
"It's really critical that those over 55 and those with underlying health conditions not only get the flu shot but also get their booster shot if they’re eligible," Bobba told KCBS Radio.
For those that are concerned, she affirmed that individuals are able to receive a flu shot and the COVID-19 booster shot at the same time without experiencing adverse side effects.
Despite encouragement from health officials to receive the necessary shots, parents have rallied together via social media to organize a protest against the California school vaccine mandate. On Oct. 18, parents who oppose the vaccine are planning to keep their children home from school in a statewide sit out.
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